Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change

Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change is a 10-week, equity-free hybrid program for Seed to Series A startups tackling Climate Change with tech. In partnership with Google Cloud, the Middle East and Africa program helps high-potential startups based in Middle East and Africa grow with the best of Google through a mix of in-person and virtual activities, 1:1 mentoring, and group learning sessions. There will be approximately 10-15 startups from Middle East and Africa selected for this cohort.

In addition to mentorship, The Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change program features deep dives and workshops focused on product design, business growth, and leadership development. Selected startups will also benefit from dedicated Google Cloud technical expertise and receive credits via the Google for Startups Cloud Program.

Note that the Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change program is completely free for all participating startups, and Google does not take any equity. Please note that we do require all founders (CEO & CTO) and appropriate team members to be available to join all elements of the program.

Key benefits include:

• 10 weeks of equity-free support.
• The opportunity to boost your knowledge of GCP, machine learning, product development, marketing, leadership and more.
• The chance to connect and get support from fellow founders as a part of Google for Startups alumni network.
• Receive tailored product and leadership support from Google mentors and industry experts.
• Learn product tips and tricks directly from the Googlers who built them.
• Receive Google product credits for your tech stack.

Startups that should apply are:

• Demonstrating traction, ideally between Seed and Series A stage.
• Building a scalable product or service with a significant total addressable market and defensible growth model.
• Focusing on sustainable technology climate solutions, cleantech and green energy.
• Deeply technical, preferably leveraging technologies like Machine Learning and AI.
• Committed to participating and engaging in required program sessions.

The program runs in a hybrid format for Middle East and Africa. The events will start with a virtual kick-off in August 2023, followed by virtual training bootcamps, 1:1 mentoring, and experiences, and an in-person demo day and graduation in October 2023.